Lactation (Stopping) Home Remedies

The estrogenic effect of sage can contribute to the regulation of the menstrual cycle, dysmenorrhea and reduce the secretion of milk in nursing mothers, who want to stop breastfeeding. Sage essential oil is antimicrobial, astringent and relaxant. Sage is used in the form of tea, tinctures, essential oil. For internal use, tablespoon of sage tea is poured by a cup of water and cooked for 3-5 minutes. It’s good to slowly breastfeed less day by day to give necessary time to breasts to reduce milk production. In this way both mom and baby can find a common way to compensate moments of closeness they shared during this feeding.